January 13 2026 Jordan School District Board of Education - Live Stream
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Gifted and Talented program overview
Report on state-funded gifted and talented resource usage
Expansion strategies for gifted and talented services
Analysis of student identification data and testing results
Discussion of myths surrounding gifted education
Support for underrepresented and twice-exceptional students
Comparison of service delivery models (e.g., cluster model vs. Alps)
Review of current site-based specialist roles and outcomes
Notable Quotes (3)
There are just lots of myths that gifted kids will be fine if we don't provide additional services.
Gifted Education MythsHighlighting common misconceptions regarding gifted students.
A student can be very very bright but also have a learning disability like dyslexia or disgraphia... the abilities can mask a disability.
Student DiversityDefining twice-exceptional students.
How can we serve the greatest number of students at the greatest number of locations?
Program ExpansionAddressing the challenge of equitable service distribution.
People (5)
Bryce DunfordBoard Member
Serving as chair until the arrival of the board president.
Nikki GeorgeBoard President
Arrived later in the meeting to assume chair duties.
Dr. GodfreySuperintendent
Advocating for gifted and talented programming and data transparency.
Carolyn GoffAdministrator of Teaching and Learning
Oversees teaching and learning initiatives for the district.
Rebecca SmithGifted and Talented Consultant
Delivered the presentation on GT program mechanics and metrics.
Places Mentioned
Jordan School DistrictJordan Academy for Technology and Careers South BuildingJordan Ridge ElementaryBastion ElementaryWestville ElementaryDaybreak
Events & Meetings (1)
- January 13th study session, Jordan School District, Jordan Academy for Technology and Careers South Building